Financial Analyst

Location

Spruce Grove, AB | Canada

Job description

DESCRIPTION: Thompson Construction Group has an immediate opening for a Financial Analyst.  This position is responsible to review, capture, and provide a full consolidation of all Thompson Construction Group companies translating financial information into actionable insights to guide business decisions.  This position demands a proactive approach to improve department financial analysis and reporting by automating specific accounting functions for all companies.

Primary Functions/Responsibilities:

• Participate in monthly or scheduled meetings of the Finance Team to review accounting issues, status of current projects, upcoming projects, month-end preparations, etc.
• Perform routine financial analysis including preparation, analysis, and reporting of financial information by general accounting practices and processes.
• Maintain various account reconciliations.
• Prepare periodic or special reports/studies as requested by the Chief Financial Officer.
• Lead the quarterly or annual forecasting process.
• Present monthly and quarterly financial reports to senior executives, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
• Perform variance analysis between actuals, budget, and forecast.

Accounting, Financial Reporting & Analysis Management

• Build an expert level of knowledge and understanding of Explorer software program, including applications for accounting and payroll systems, GL accounts, and monthly reporting.
• When requested by the Chief Financial Officer, aid with audits or third-party accounting initiatives.
• Help to develop a corporate-wide budgeting process and work with individual departments to build, maintain and report on budgets.

Ideal Candidates will possess the following:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritizing skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail ensuring deadlines are met.
• Prefer to work in a collaborative environment, avoiding silo thinking and behaviors.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Required Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of corporate consolidations
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. CPA or CFA designation is an asset.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Previous experience in the heavy construction industry using Explorer Contract Manager software would be considered a plus.

A competitive compensation package is offered including excellent benefits and a Group Retirement Savings Plan with 100% Employer RSP matching.

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